Derrick T.

Commented on Quit drinking, became the dad my kids deserve

Respect. Co-parenting with my kids, every moment counts and you're right that being present makes all the difference. Keep crushing it.

Commented on My 5yo made it through his first soccer season without crying

That's huge! My son is only 3 months in and I'm already learning how big these little wins feel. Sounds like your kid made a real breakthrough, congra...

Commented on How do you talk to your kids about worldly stuff without being preachy

I've found that asking questions back works better than lecturing. When my 12-year-old brings something up, I'll ask him what he thinks about it first...

Commented on Raising daughters with proper respect for themselves and others

This is huge. I've got four kids and the older ones are already watching how I treat their mom. That modeling piece is everything, especially with you...

Commented on How much screen time is actually okay

Your wife's 30 minutes is actually pretty reasonable - I was worried mine would turn into a zombie too but honestly if it's structured time it hasn't ...

Commented on Remote work saved my sanity

Eight months in and you're still feeling it? That's the sweet spot where you really know it's working for your family. Keep crushing it out there.

Commented on Solo life to full house - mental shift

Yeah that transition is real. Used to spend Saturdays however I wanted, now it's yard work with the kids while they disappear after five minutes. But ...

Commented on Ex wants to change custody schedule last minute every week

That constant shuffling would drive me crazy too. You gotta put a stop to it now or it'll keep happening. Set a firm boundary that swaps need to be re...

Commented on Man cave is finally finished

Dude nice work getting it done! My one kid is finally old enough to shoot a game of pool with me and it's one of my favorite ways to hang out with him...

Commented on Remote work is great until your kid barges into calls

That's the remote work dream and nightmare at the same time right there. At least you were there to handle it instead of getting a call from daycare, ...